Uttarakhand CM inaugurates, laid foundation stone for projects worth over Rs 20 crore in Tanakpur
Champawat, October 24
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Friday participated in a program organised at Sharda Ghat, Tanakpur, where he inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for 10 development projects worth Rs 20.50 crore.
On this occasion, the Chief Minister announced the establishment of an agricultural university in Champawat on the lines of Pantnagar University, as well as the initiation of flood relief and protection works in the Chhinigoth area.
He said that the "flood protection and relief works in Chhinigoth and nearby regions will help safeguard the area from monsoon-related damage and ensure the protection of agricultural land and public property."
The Chief Minister further stated that "a new agricultural university, modelled after Pantnagar University, will be established in Champawat."
"This institution will provide local youth with opportunities for higher education and research in agriculture and allied sciences. The move will promote scientific farming practices and give a new identity to the mountain-based agricultural economy," CM Dhami said.
He added that both these announcements mark a historic step toward empowering Champawat in the fields of education, agriculture, and disaster management.
The Chief Minister said that the state government is continuously working to advance Uttarakhand in every sector.
"Significant progress is being made in education, healthcare, agriculture, horticulture, employment generation, and self-employment. Development in Champawat district has also accelerated, and efforts are underway to establish it as a model district," CM Dhami added.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Flood protection works in Chhinigoth area are crucial. Every monsoon we face so much damage to crops and property. Hope this brings relief to the local farmers. Good initiative by CM Dhami.
While I appreciate the announcements, I hope this isn't just another election promise. We've seen many foundation stones laid but few projects completed on time. The government should ensure proper implementation and transparency in spending these 20 crores.
As someone from the hills, I can say mountain agriculture needs scientific intervention. Pantnagar model university in Champawat could revolutionize farming in the region. Hope they include local traditional knowledge too! ðŸ™
Development in hilly regions is challenging but essential. Good to see focus on both infrastructure and education. The agricultural university could be a game-changer for the local economy.
Tanakpur area really needed these development projects. The flood protection work will save so many farmers from annual losses. Hope they complete it before next monsoon season! ðŸ‘
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